Wattles #2 is a meditation on the unassuming presence of the Australian bushland—those moments when golden sprays of wattle emerge to quietly command attention against a backdrop of muted gum-belt forms.
Through the deliberate layering of oil and cold wax, I work to preserve the sensation of light within the dry scrub. The wax medium allows for a unique play between translucence and density; paint is pushed, pulled, and veiled until the light seems to breathe from beneath the surface. This technique traps glints of pigment like dust or pollen caught in the air, creating a textured atmosphere that evokes the soft hum of insects and the faint heat of afternoon light. This work is not a mere documentation of a plant, but an invitation to recognize the quiet endurance and recurring pulse of brightness within our familiar, overlooked landscapes.
 
Oil and wax on board 40cm x 32cm